Fraser Waldron is an experienced law enforcement officer currently serving at Interpol (International Criminal Police Organization). After a brief stint in finance, the sudden transition from a small town Canada “pristine bubble of loveliness and naivety” to an isolated and hostile environment where “rubber hits the road” made Fraser realize the need to inoculate himself with some strategies to navigate the harsh realities of life.

In this episode, we explore the theme of narratives, learn about Fraser’s framework at overcoming adversities, the “compassion/empathy switch”, how to get a win out of negative experiences, and above all else, how to suffer well by developing your own “internal meaning generator”. 

I can’t wait to bring him back on again. Meanwhile, you can hear more about his philosophy on life and football at his channel: https://www.youtube.com/@fbutters1

Timestamps
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:07:22) Transition Into Policing
(00:13:10) Compassion vs Empathy
(00:18:27) Perception: Car Theft vs Home Break-In
(00:21:25) Diving Into Philosophy
(00:27:45) Loneliness and Solitude
(00:45:25) Back Injury: Turning Adversity Into A Win
(00:51:20) Stoicism and Hierarchy of Values
(01:01:39) Suffering, Essence, and Existence
(01:12:44) Maintaining Integrity of The Soul
(01:16:45) Free Will and Criminal Justice
(01:28:38) Operating In Hostile Environments
(01:37:54) Craziest Story

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